The death of a pet can cause more suffering than the loss of a friend or close relative
Source:Researchers have confirmed what we already knew — grief for the loss of a pet is comparable to the loss of a loved one, and sometimes can be more traumatic. Scientists believe that our attitude to the loss of Pets has changed over the last century. Today's Pets are increasingly considered full-fledged members of the family. However, the loss of a beloved friend-the animal becomes complicated due to the relative novelty of the experience, often the first human encounter with death, and also due to the fact that most people choose euthanasia.
How has our attitude to Pets?
Researchers believe that we share some of the most intimate relationships — we see them every day, they depend on us, we adapt our lives to their needs. Today, Pets are becoming family members, because they actively shape our lives. As he writes , many people who have Pets, Wake up at a certain time because you have to walk . People and animals get up together, eat, spend time in the bathroom and so on — so the animals become part of the rituals that make up family. Partly for this reason and depending on the relationship, loss of a pet can be more traumatic than the grief we experience after the death of family members and friends.
Pets over time have changed for the better
According to the study 2015, published in the journal , we form attachment to the animals as well as attachment to people. In the study, the owners looked them in the eye, causing humans and dogs increased levels of oxytocin. Oxytocin, sometimes called the love hormone, regulates social interaction. The number of oxytocin increases when people look into each other's eyes and when parents look at their newborn children.
According to psychologist from the University of Michigan Thomas Vrabely, death of a pet is often the first confrontation of man with the loss of a close relationship. Human regarding the “adopted” us as there is a whole industry of burial and cremation and to deal with a dead body is not necessary. In contrast to the loss of a pet. For this reason, researchers are advised to think about how are you going to expose the animal to euthanasia and when. Often euthanasia is necessary from a medical point of view. In such cases — it is the kindest thing you can do for a dying animal. However, this solution can be accompanied by guilt. The results of the study on the relationship between symptoms of grief and attachment to a pet was published in 2005 in the journal .
Cat owners like their parents.
Researchers and practicing veterinarians report that the possibility of euthanasia at home, and also hospice for Pets can ease death for family members. Euthanasia in the home helps eliminate the negative experience of awareness that you bring the animal to die in a place that is likely causing him stress.
Pets are full-fledged members of the family and their loss can cause a lot of pain.
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